GROUP EXPERIENCE (VALLEY) Voucher

Activity Description

Please note groups exceeding 30 guests cannot be accommodated on this service.

Groups experience a unique and leisurely way to see the Simonsberg Valley as they journey through rolling vineyards, stopping at some of South Africa’s oldest and most distinguished wine estates. The itinerary covers up to three wine estates in the Simonsberg Valley, each with a character as rich and individual as the wines they produce. Several of the wine estates on the itinerary boast world-class restaurants and a lunch or picnic stop can be included upon request.

Please Note: The tour is strictly a wine tasting experience and does not host birthdays or bachelor/bachelorette parties.

Wine tasting fees at each estate (between R35 and R75 per person) and lunch are not included in the tour price and need to be settled with the estates directly.

FORMAT:
Groups will visit up to 3 wine estates in the Simonsberg Valley over the course of 4 to 5 hours by double-decker tram and open-air tram-bus.

Herewith available itineraries:

Itinerary 1
Allee Bleue
Plaisir de Merle (Lunch)
Vrede en Lust

Itinerary 2
Allee Bleue
Vrede en Lust (Lunch)
Plaisir de Merle

Itinerary 3
Vrede en Lust
Plaisir de Merle
Allee Bleue (Picnic Lunch)

KINDLY ENSURE TO SELECT A SPECIFIC ITINERARY WHEN MAKING YOUR BOOKING.

We now also offer exclusive transfers from Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl and surrounds at very affordable rates which collects you at your specified address. Please see the zones below in terms of the collection areas included within our pricing structure.

Includes the following areas: Cape Town | Stellenbosch | Paarl | Strand
Please note transfers are added at an additional cost to your booking.

Should your desired area not be included in these areas please contact our office (groups@winetram.co.za) to receive a quote in any other areas.

Arrangements

ProviderFranschhoek Wine Tram

DurationOpen Ended

WhenThe service runs daily except for 24th December, 25th December, 31st December and 1st January.

WhereDrakenstein Station. Please see location details below: Drakenstein Station -33.856118, 18.976446 Link to Maps: https://www.google.co.za/maps/place/Groot-Drakenstein/@-33.8204636,18.9791936,12z/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1sdrakenstein+station!3m4!1s0x0:0xd65629ece21073e!8m2!3d-33.8633244!4d18.9769506 Where can I park my car? Purple and Orange line passengers who wish to depart from our Groot Drakenstein ticket office can park their cars at the station located on the corner of the R45 and R310 roads.

WeatherBoth the tram and tram-bus are fairly well protected from the rain but on the rare occasion the service may be cancelled due to weather conditions or mechanical problems without notice in which case full refunds will be issued.

What to WearWe will be travelling with open blinds and windows for your safety, please wear warm comfortable clothes & shoes on cold days.

Things to BringBooking confirmation, water & sunscreen

Guests or SpectatorsThe tour is strictly a wine tasting experience and does not host celebration events such as birthdays or bachelor/bachelorette parties as the estates visited are primarily wine tasting venues and not party venues. Tickets are to be collected on the day of your tour. Please be at the Ticket Office +/-15 minutes prior to your departure time. Where can I park my car? Purple and Orange line passengers who wish to depart from our Groot Drakenstein ticket office can park their cars at the station located on the corner of the R45 and R310 roads. *The tour is monitored by video cameras for safety and security purposes In order to properly exercise their duties, the Franschhoek Wine Tram staff members place a legitimate expectation on all guests not to behave in an unacceptably loud, disruptive, offensive or intoxicated manner. Should any such behaviour be exhibited the Franschhoek Wine Tram reserves its right to suspend or withdraw its services. All vehicles are fitted with CCTV. Please note our tours are not wheelchair friendly as the vehicles are all safari type vehicles. All clients travelling with us need to be mobile due to stairs in all vehicles as well as accessibility at the wine estates. Food or open alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the tour though food and drinks are available for purchase at the wine estates.Wine tastings can be purchased at each wine estate directly. Passengers may dine at one of several restaurants on the tour. In order to avoid disappointment, we advise passengers to make lunch reservations at least 24 hours in advance of travel. Please take note that pets are not permitted on the tour. CANCELLATION POLICY (All services including chauffer/transfer services): 7 days + = 100% REFUND 1 - 7 days = 50% REFUND Less than 24 hours before scheduled TIME SLOT = No Refund Please send a cancellation email to groups@winetram.co.za including your booking ID on the subject to request a refund.

Requirements

Minimum Age0 years

Minimum Height0.0 m

Maximum Height0.0 m

Fitness LevelNo Fitness Requirement

QualificationsNot Applicable

Maximum Weight0.0 kg

CertificationNone Required

Experience LevelNo Experience Requirement

Inclusions and Exclusions

InclusionsAll transport during the Experience, excluding chauffeur service.

Exclusions

All wine tasting fees and lunch
Chauffer/Transfer – Please note transfers are added at an additional cost to your booking.

Notes

DEPARTURE – 10:00 AM from the Groot Drakenstein Station, Ticket Office.

PLEASE NOTE ALL TASTINGS AND LUNCHES ARE SETTLED WITH THE ESTATES DIRECTLY.